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🚀 Join Us at Bright Future Forum 🌟 Mark your calendars for June 7, 2024, in Potsdam – an unmissable event designed to bridge the gap between visionary startups and family investors ready to make a significant impact! At Bright Future Forum, we believe it's not just about the money, but the people behind it. This is your chance to either secure or invest €1,000,000, fueling the next wave of innovation. Ulf Leonhard, Gerd Leonhard, Peter A., Dr. Kerstin Gernig, Marina Heimann, Axel Kaiser, Evgeni Kouris, Dr. Monika Pasetti, Andy Zurwehme As a proud speaker, I can’t wait to share the stage with like-minded individuals who understand that true success isn't about being good enough – it's about being outstanding. 🙌 Why attend? 🌱 Network with trailblazing startups and seasoned investors. 💡 Gain insights from industry leaders. 🤝 Be part of a community that strives for excellence. Join us for an exhilarating day at the Bright Future Forum and be part of something extraordinary. Together, let's push harder into the future. Don’t miss out – slots are filling fast! Secure your spot now and let's make a brighter future, together. 35% Discount if you ask me ;) #BrightFuture #Innovation #Startups #Investors #Networking #FutureLeaders #Excellence #Innovation #Management #HumanResources #Technology #Future

If you're serious about unlocking real opportunities in the European startup and investment landscape, there’s no better place to be than in Brussels on the 15th and 16th of October than in EBAN - European Business Angel Network Summit 💥 where angels, entrepreneurs, and change-makers come together to fuel Europe's growth and celebrate the EBAN 25th anniversary. 🌍 In addition, I will be speaking on the topic Past-Present-Future Forum at a roundtable debate on the Government's Role in Nurturing the Angel Ecosystem. 💪 #EAIS24 offers a unique platform to connect and network with the international ecosystem’s brightest minds and missing out means to slip valuable exchange of knowledge, investment horizons, and🤝 unique networking opportunities with over 500 investors, founders, ecosystem stakeholders, and policymakers from 50 countries. Don’t let the opportunity pass! ☝ Come join the discussion as we go over the systemic changes being made throughout the angel investment industry. If you are part of the ecosystem and my network I hope to see you there for this amazing event as we come together to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the EBAn community together! Other core topics this year's summit will be focusing on are :    💰 Past, Present, and Future of Angel Investing: Learn from the past to shape the future of angel investing and participation of women within the tech industry 💻 Deeptech: Leverage the capabilities of artificial intelligence, biotechnology, and more when investing in startups that bring about generational changes and tackle gender biases. 🛡 DefenceTech: Discover how governments are using the tech developed by DefenceTech startups and how you can invest in its dual-use capabilities 📢Pitching showcase: Get introduced to generation-defining startups from all over Europe as they pitch directly to you for seed equity investments. Join the event here: https://lnkd.in/dYxr9xqk If you are an EBAN member do not forget to contact [email protected] for your discounted ticket. I hope to see you there for this amazing event!  #angelinvestor #investor #investing #angelinvestment #businessangel #startup #scaleup #entrepreneur #entrepreneurship #pitching #invest #angelinvesting

Just got my Business Angels Network Catalunya ticket for the European Angel Investment Summit in Brussels where angels, entrepreneurs, and change-makers come together to fuel Europe's growth and celebrate the @EBAN - European Business Angel Network’s 25th anniversary on 15-16 October: https://lnkd.in/e3w6gkGb #EAIS24 offers a unique platform to connect and network with international colleagues who help bring innovations to life. Not only am I looking forward to the networking opportunities but I also wanted to share some of the many topics that I will be joining at this year's summit:   Past, Present, and Future of Angel Investing: Learn from the past to shape the future of angel investing and participation of women within the tech industry Deeptech: Leverage the capabilities of artificial intelligence, biotechnology, and more when investing in startups that bring about generational changes and tackle gender biases. DefenceTech: Discover how governments are using the tech developed by DefenceTech startups and how you can invest in its dual-use capabilities Come join me and Jacopo Losso Janne Jormalainen Elena Stefanatou Prof. Panayiotis KETIKIDIS, BSc, MSc, Ph.D. Audra Elena Shallal Marcel Dridje Helen Wang Candace Johnson Ricardo Luz Nina Dremelj Huseyin R Demirhisar Jesper Jarlbæk in celebrating the 25th Anniversary of the @EBAN - European Business Angel Network community , this is the one year you should not miss out on! If you are an EBAN member do not forget to contact [email protected] for your discounted ticket. I hope to see you there for this amazing event!  #angelinvestor #investor #investing #angelinvestment #businessangel #startup #scaleup #entrepreneur #entrepreneurship #pitching #invest #angelinvesting

🌟 Youth Summit 2024: Ecosystem Partner Companies Announcement 🌟 We are thrilled to unveil our incredible partners for this year's summit! This event promises to be extraordinary, and we are excited to introduce the visionary companies driving innovation and growth in the startup ecosystem. 🤝 *Partner Highlight: Investt Trust* 🤝 🚀 *About Investt Trust:* Investt Trust is transforming the startup investment landscape with its unique online community approach. Here’s why they are a game-changer: 💡 *Curated Investment Opportunities:* Investt Trust connects investors with carefully vetted startups from diverse industries, ensuring high-quality investment options. 🌐 *Collaborative Investment:* Join forces with strategic investors and successful founders, increasing the likelihood of achieving successful outcomes and fostering a supportive investment community. 🔍 *Thorough Vetting Process:* Startups are meticulously screened and filtered, so investors can confidently invest in the most promising ventures. 🌍 *Global Network:* Tap into a global network of industry experts, mentors, and fellow investors, gaining invaluable insights and building meaningful connections. 👩💼 *Strategic Support:* Beyond funding, Investt Trust provides startups with access to strategic guidance and mentorship from experienced professionals. 💼 *Diverse Portfolio:* Investors can diversify their portfolios by investing in startups across various sectors, minimizing risk and maximizing potential returns. 🎉 *Why Attend?* This summit is a unique opportunity to connect with leaders at the forefront of innovation and entrepreneurship. Whether you're a student, a young professional, or an aspiring entrepreneur, joining us will provide valuable insights and practical guidance to excel in the startup world. 🔗 [Link to Event Details]-https://lnkd.in/gBrMZW7S #YouthSummit2024 #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #InvesttTrust #StartupInvestment #CommunityInvesting #GlobalNetwork #StrategicGuidance #RUAS #Bangalore Divya Varma Farooq H. 🎟️ Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn, connect, and grow with the best in the industry! 🚀

💥 Want to pitch to investors? Ready to experience an epic startup battle?👇 📌 Investment Forum and Networking On Thursday, May 30th, at 6:30 PM, Ca l’Alier will host the Investment Forum and Networking event, co-organized by Barcelona Sports Hub and #EconomistesBAN, the Business Angels network of Col·legi d'Economistes de Catalunya. This event will feature six startups from the sports and tech sectors presenting their projects to top investors in the sports industry. 🚀 Want to be part of this unique experience? ✅ Startup Battle: Six selected startups will have 5 minutes to pitch and convince a group of expert investors. It will be a showdown of innovative ideas you won't want to miss. ✅ Real-time Feedback: Learn from the comments and questions investors ask the participating startups. It’s an opportunity to better understand what investors are looking for and how you can improve your own pitch. ✅ Cocktail Networking: Even if your startup isn't selected, you can still speak directly with investors during the cocktail networking session. A second chance to connect, build relationships, and explore potential collaborations. ✅ Inspiration and Learning: Watch how the most innovative ideas are defended and take notes from the advice given. It’s a perfect opportunity to get inspired and better prepare for your future pitches. 📅 Date: May 30th 🕡 Time: 6:30 PM 📍 Location: Ca l’Alier 🔴 Don’t miss this golden opportunity to see the best ideas in the sector up close, learn from experts, and expand your network. 💥 Sign up now and get ready to experience a battle of innovation that could change the course of your project! 🔗 https://buff.ly/44KSU8x See you on May 30th at Ca l’Alier! 🚀

#mondaymotivation on Tuesday ❓Is it important to build a VC network?❓ As a business angel, building a venture capital network (VC network) can be crucial for accessing promising start-ups and investment opportunities. Here are some steps you can take to build such a network: ✅Attend industry events: Participate in start-up conferences, pitch events, and industry trade shows. These are ideal places to make contacts and establish a presence in the scene. ✅Network with accelerators and incubators: These organizations work closely with start-ups. By forming partnerships or participating in their events, you can connect with startups and other investors. ✅Utilize online platforms: Join online networks like LinkedIn or specialized VC network platforms. Active participation in relevant groups and forums helps to gain visibility. ✅Find co-investors: Look for other investors with similar investment goals. Co-investments can diversify risks and allow you to benefit from the experience and networks of others. ✅Join industry associations: Associations offer excellent networking opportunities and industry information. ✅Build your own portfolio: A successful investment can enhance your reputation. With each successful investment, you build credibility and attract more start-ups and investors. ✅Offer mentoring and advice: Many start-ups seek experienced individuals for their advisory boards or consulting teams. This allows you to establish direct contacts with founders. ✅Reach out to educational institutions: Universities and research institutes are often the origin of innovative start-ups. By connecting with these institutions, you can invest early in innovative ideas. ✅Work closely with lawyers and tax advisors: These professions are often the first to hear about new business opportunities, as their services are used by start-ups. ✅PR and publicity: Publish articles, give interviews, and use social media to demonstrate your expertise and openness to new projects. ✅Sustainability and focus: Be patient and persistent. Building a solid network takes time. Consider specializing in specific industries or technologies. Over time, your network will grow, and your reputation as a competent and reliable business angel will grant you access to high-quality investment opportunities and expertise. Networking is a continuous process that requires consistency and commitment, but the fruits of your labor can pay off in the form of successful investments and a strong position in the VC community.✅👍☕️ ❗️❗️But keep in mind that building a VC network is only one of many working areas you have to put together to be successful as an investor. You have also to consider the time component in your business schedule. I invest around 15 to 20% of my worktime as an investor in networking. #angelinvestor #coinvestment #networking #success

This week, I will have an intense event week in and around #Munich representing capacura and share our views on impact, sustainability and entrepreneurship on three occasions: Tuesday, 27.2: Thank you Christian K. Winkler and Dr. Matthias Schulz from asc impact for the invitation to the exklusive Impact Investment Roundtable. I am very much looking forward to the impact startup pitches as well as meeting like-minded impact investors. Wednesday 28.02.: Thank you Heike Menster at Team Viewer and Carmen Hentschel for the invitation to the exclusive event "Executive Exchange Sustainability" discussing the sustainability status quo as well as new trends and opportunities across the business landscape with sustainability thought leaders in the business world e.g. Oliver Steil, Alexander Guehrer and Darren Lesniak (Team Viewer), Christian Wehner (SAP), Tim Buchholz (Future Shapers) among others. Thursday, 29.2.: I will run a workshop at the MUNICH INNOVATION ECOSYSTEM event with the title 1️⃣ 𝗖𝗮𝘁𝗮𝗹𝘆𝘇𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽: 𝗔𝗻 𝗲𝗰𝗼𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 discussing the crucial questrion: "How can we, as a startup and innovation ecosystem, collectively promote impact entrepreneurship?" I am very much looking forward to the exchange and hopefully encourage many more people to invest in more impact. If you are at one of the three events and want to learn more about impact investing or simply want to have a chat, don't hesitate to talk to me. #risebyliftingothers #impactthatmatters #notimetowaste #strongertogether

Join me at the European Angel Investment Summit in Brussels where angels, entrepreneurs, and change-makers come together to fuel Europe's growth and celebrate the @EBAN - European Business Angel Network’s 25th anniversary on 15-16 October: https://lnkd.in/g4keR4Wn #EAIS24 offers a unique platform to connect and network with international colleagues who help bring innovations to life. Not only am I looking forward to the potential investment opportunities available at the innovation showcase but I also wanted to share some of the many topics that I will be joining at this year's summit:  💰 Past, Present, and Future of Angel Investing: Learn from the past to shape the future of angel investing and participation of women within the tech industry 💻 Deeptech: Leverage the capabilities of artificial intelligence, biotechnology, and more when investing in startups that bring about generational changes and tackle gender biases. 🛡️ DefenceTech: Discover how governments are using the tech developed by DefenceTech startups and how you can invest in its dual-use capabilities Come join me in celebrating the 25th Anniversary of the @EBAN - European Business Angel Network community 🎉, this is the one year you should not miss out on! If you are an EBAN member do not forget to contact [email protected] for your discounted ticket. I hope to see you there for this amazing event!  #angelinvestor #investor #investing #angelinvestment #businessangel #startup #scaleup #entrepreneur #entrepreneurship #pitching #invest EBAN - European Business Angel Network #angelinvesting #businessangel #startup

🚀 Spotlight on Scaling Up: TenU Innovation Summit 🗓️ 20th May 2024 | Mansion House, London As the TenU Innovation Summit approaches, we’re excited to unveil a series of sessions dedicated to accelerating the UK’s economic growth through innovation. This is your opportunity to hear from leading experts on the transition from start-up to scale-up. 🔍 Session Highlights: • Early-Stage Capital: Bridging the Gap from Research to Start-Up Join Diarmuid O'Brien, Pro Vice Chancellor of Innovation at the University of Cambridge, as he chairs the panel that explores the essential role of early-stage capital in transforming cutting-edge research into start-ups. Discover the pathways that are shaping the future of entrepreneurship in the UK. • Venture Capital: Fuelling Regional Growth Chaired by Andrea Taylor, CEO at Edinburgh Innovations, the panel will discuss the transformative impact of venture capital on regional economies. This session will dive into how targeted investment strategies are essential for nurturing innovation across the UK’s diverse regions. • Scale-Up Strategies: The Mansion House Agreement Tim Haines, Executive Partner at Abingworth, will chair a panel that will discuss the Mansion House Agreement. Learn about the scale-up strategy and its broader implications for economic development and collaborative growth. 📝 Secure Your Place! Availability is limited, so ensure your participation here: https://lnkd.in/dSnYFhwz. #TenUInnovationSummit #ResearchToMarket #InnovationLeadership #Collaboration #USITGuide #SoftwareSpinout #USITGuideForSoftware

🚀 🌟🇬🇪 🇺🇸 Call out to Tech Investors! Discover the Future of Georgian Innovation at the GLOBALIZE Investors Reception in Washington, D.C.! 🌟 🚀 🇬🇪 🇺🇸 Step into innovation and opportunity at the Globalize GE Investors Reception in Washington, D.C. on June 26, 2024, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. This event promises an afternoon of networking with visionary tech investors and exploring compelling startup pitches from Georgia, a country rich in untapped potential. Join us for insightful discussions led by the U.S. Ambassador to Georgia, Robin L. Dunnigan, who will share invaluable perspectives on the burgeoning tech landscape in the region. Experience firsthand the creativity, resilience, and promise of Georgian startups poised to make a global impact. Beyond networking, this event presents an ideal platform for corporations, CPA firms, and industry leaders—including the Big 4—to engage as sponsors. Aligning with Globalize GE means not just supporting innovation but also gaining prominent visibility among influential stakeholders shaping the future of tech and entrepreneurship. Imagine your company's brand at the forefront, championing global innovation and forging connections that could lead to groundbreaking collaborations. By sponsoring this event, you demonstrate leadership in fostering growth and development within emerging markets like Georgia, while enhancing your reputation as a forward-thinking industry leader. 📍 If you’re in Washington, D.C. on June 26, seize this opportunity to be part of an exciting journey into the future of tech innovation with Georgia. Let's pave the way for a transformative future together! https://lu.ma/ocor7pjx #TechInvesting #StartupOpportunities #GeorgiaStartups #Entrepreneurship #Networking #GlobalizeUSA #WashingtonDC #InvestorsReception #SponsorshipOpportunities